Weekly overview 1.10.-5.10.2018

Accident-free construction with PERI UP Easy

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“Ypsilon“ Residential and Office Building, Ulm, Germany

On the basis of the PERI UP Easy scaffold system, which was assembled in line with the actual construction progress, work operations could be carried out quickly and safely. In spite of the challenging building geometry and cramped jobsite conditions, completion took place within the planned budget and time-frame, and without any work-related accidents. Read more >>

GRI Unveils Redesigned Website

GRI has launched a new website that has a clean design with an intuitive and consistent navigation system. It has improved menu functionality and a responsive layout that directs the user to the information most relevant to them. It is also fully responsive with mobile devices, making it easy to navigate on a wide range of web browsers and multiple devices.

The new website, www.gritires.com provides a clear message of what GRI stands for and their values in developing, manufacturing and delivering the highest quality and performance specialty tires. Read more >>

Paul Group and Paul Nutzfahrzeuge GmbH at the 67th IAA Commercial Vehicles 2018:

Innovative special-purpose vehicle solutions, electric mobility concepts and DVS vehicle scanner for commercial vehicles from a single source

At the 67th IAA Commercial Vehicles in Hanover, Paul Nutzfahrzeuge GmbH presents a representative cross section through its broadly based range of truck chassis modifications which fulfill the highest quality standards and OEM specifications. The exhibition stand N 98 of the special-purpose vehicle manufacturer from Vilshofen on the Danube is located at the open-air area of the Hanover exhibition grounds in the 4th alley directly adjacent to the halls 14/15. Read more >>

New Cat® 740 GC expands articulated truck lineup

The Cat® 740 GC articulated dump truck (ADT) re-introduces the 40-ton (36.3 mt) size class to the Cat ADT range. The new model is designed to incorporate the proven features and performance of models currently in the ADT lineup, including new controls, transmission-protection features, hoist-assist system, advanced traction-control system, stability-assist system, and a fuel-saving ECO mode. Read more >>

John Deere Introduces Industry-Exclusive On-Board Grade Indication on G-Series Skid Steers and Compact Track Loaders

John Deere continues to provide industry-leading job site solutions with the addition of an exclusive on-board grade indication option. Available as a factory or field kit option on the large-frame G-Series skid steers (330G and 332G) and the large-frame G-Series compact track loaders (331G and 333G), this new feature is ideal for job sites that involve leveling and slope work. Read more >>

Hybrid R3e impact crusher shortlisted!

Keestrack at the World Demolition Summit 2018

Keestrack will be competing for the “Innovation, Plant & Equipment” award at the World Demolition Summit in Dublin, Ireland. Keestrack's hybrid R3e, track-mounted impact crusher has been shortlisted alongside four other companies. The compact transport and operating dimensions give the fully equipped 32-ton impact crusher all the advantages of the diesel-electric hybrid concept offered by Keestrack for most of its mobile crusher and screening equipment. The hybrid drive is highly efficient and the R3e can operate entirely emission-free on account of its plug-in function. Furthermore, the sound level of the machine drops by 30% when the plug-in function is in use, making the crusher eminently suitable for urban areas. Read more >>

Safe Travels: Continental Launches New Drive Axle Winter Tire for Coaches

People travelling by coach want to feel safe and arrive on time. Fleet operators can make a significant contribution to enhancing safety and avoiding delays by fitting their coaches with tires specially designed for seasonal requirements. Just in time for the upcoming winter season, Continental is launching a high-performance winter drive axle tire developed specifically for coaches: the HDW2 COACH. It outperforms M+S tires and exceeds the performance requirements of the 3PMSF certification. Read more >>

Eleven towns, eleven fountains and one SENNEBOGEN 1100 E crawler crane

A curious sight for onlookers in Harlingen, Friesland, Holland: a 17-ton sperm whale fountain being lowered into the water at Harlingen harbor by a SENNEBOGEN 1100 E.

Since the middle of the year, a life-size reproduction of a sperm whale, made from plastic and concrete, located off the Zuider pier in Harlingen harbor, has been spraying a good jet of water into the air at irregular intervals. Read more >>